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The need to improve conditions in regions where temperatures can spike drastically

With 12 hectares of greenhouses, Frutos de Jalisco is a company that has expanded significantly in the tomato production industry, thanks to its ability to overcome the region's climate conditions, characterized by warm and humid weather.

Since its foundation, the company has operated saw-tooth greenhouses, passive structures that generate high temperatures and present significant challenges inside. They have tested over 500 tomato varieties, selecting only three that have adapted best to local conditions.

In the effort to produce more kilos per square meter, over the years Frutos de Jalisco has incorporated technologies such as hydroponics and bumblebees. However, the extreme climate of the region, with temperatures reaching up to 50°C in summer inside the greenhouses, led them to seek a solution to meet this challenge.

Xsect Balance improves temperature, reduces pests entry and optimizes ventilation
One of the main benefits highlighted by Juan Pablo since the installation of Xsect Balance in three greenhouses at Frutos de Jalisco is the reduction of up to 2°C in temperature inside—a key change that has improved working conditions for people who spend up to five hours inside the greenhouse. This temperature decrease has created a safer and more comfortable environment for workers, significantly reducing the risk of heatstroke. Additionally, it also contributes to the well-being of bumblebees, which are essential for pollination.​

In addition, the implementation of Xsect Balance has significantly reduced the presence of pests such as whitefly and thrips. This has reduced the use of pesticides by 60%. Previously, during a 40-week cycle, they used to apply up to five applications of pesticides to control pests, now this has been reduced to a maximum of two applications per cycle.

"In the greenhouses where we have installed Svensson's insect nets, the incidence of whiteflies and thrips has been lower. From using five molecules per cycle, we now only use molecules twice per cycle," Juan Pablo adds.

Although weekly fumigations continue, they are now carried out as a preventive measure, as pest problems have decreased. This has resulted in a 15% cost savings and improved pollination by eliminating the need to close beehives due to chemical use.

Another key benefit of Xsect Balance is the improvement in greenhouse ventilation, which has resulted in better humidity control, a crucial factor for plant development.

Finally, Juan Pablo also offered the following advice for other growers:

"In terms of pest control, I recommend the net because it significantly reduces the incidence of whitefly. Here in our area, the whitefly is very virulent, but with the net, there is better pest control."

For more information:
Ludvig Svensson

[email protected]
www.ludvigsvensson.com

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